Call for Paper Series on Economic Impact of the current war in Lebanon

Lebanon’s economy has been severely affected by the escalation of conflict, compounding an already fragile macroeconomic situation marked by currency depreciation, institutional paralysis, and declining investor confidence. The objective of this series is to produce concise, evidence-based policy briefs that assess the economic consequences of the war across key sectors and propose realistic, implementable policy measures.

The series aims to contribute to the public policy debate by providing concrete recommendations that can support economic stabilisation, recovery, and resilience.

Selected contributors will produce a series of up to eight policy briefs, each addressing a specific dimension of the economic impact of the war. Topics may include, but are not limited to:

Macroeconomic stability and fiscal policy responses

Impact on key sectors (e.g. energy, tourism, trade, agriculture, banking)

Labour market disruptions and unemployment

Infrastructure damage and reconstruction priorities

Private sector resilience and SME support mechanisms

External financing, donor coordination, and international support

Trade disruptions and supply chain impacts

Monetary policy constraints and financial sector stability

Applicants are encouraged to propose a coherent set of topics forming a structured series.

Deliverables and Format

Up to 8 policy briefs

Length: 1,200 – 1,600 words per brief

Language: English 

Style: Analytical, evidence-based, and policy-oriented

Each brief should include:

Clear problem definition

Data-driven analysis

Comparative or international examples where relevant

Concrete and actionable policy recommendations

Profile of Applicants

Researchers, economists, policy analysts, or practitioners with demonstrated expertise in Lebanon’s economy or relevant sectors

Proven experience in policy writing or economic analysis

Strong ability to translate complex analysis into clear policy recommendations